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Are the NYC subway stations flooded?

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NYC subway stations experienced significant flooding, with water surging onto platforms and the drainage system overwhelmed, particularly at the 28th Street Station. The flooding caused major disruptions to subway service and swamped city thoroughfares.

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Flash flooding pummels NYC and slams subway lines

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  • Flash flooding caused water to surge onto subway platforms in New York City. 5s
  • The subway's drainage system was overwhelmed by heavy rain. 15s
  • Between two and four inches of rain fell rapidly across the Northeast. 54s
  • Major roads and industrial areas in New York were swamped by floodwaters. 1m 12s
  • Flash flood threats persist due to ongoing hot and humid conditions. 1m 35s
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Flash flooding pummels NYC and slams subway lines
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11 hours ago
Flash flooding pummels NYC and slams subway lines

Flooding water surged onto the platform at the 28th Street Station in New York City.

Flash flooding pummels NYC and slams subway lines
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CBS News
11 hours ago
Flash flooding pummels NYC and slams subway lines

The subway's drainage system was overwhelmed amid heavy rain, causing flooding in the subway system.

Flash flooding pummels NYC and slams subway lines
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CBS News
11 hours ago
Flash flooding pummels NYC and slams subway lines

Major thoroughfares and subways in New York City were swamped by the flash flooding.

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